2000 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (103 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 743 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lexus |
| Model | Golf | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 84 L |
